Much-buzzed-about Philly rockers Low Cut Connie play The Emerald Lounge on Friday, Nov. 16. Here, they talk about an Asheville-based hero (Greg Cartwright of Reigning Sound), how they weathered Hurricane Sandy and how they took Jack White’s Third Man Records by storm. Photo by Ben Morse.
Folk-soul musician Citizen Cope returned to Asheville (on election day, no less) in support of his new album, “One Lovely Day.” Photos from Citizen Cope’s Facebook page.
Local indie-rockers Antique Firearms release new album, “Vicious Behavior.” The band holds an album release show on Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Grey Eagle.
On the heels of a 20th Anniversary tour, and completion of a seventh studio album (due out in 2013), newgrass folk-rockers Acoustic Syndicate recently announced a trio of holiday shows in North Carolina. The Asheville date is set for Friday, Nov. 23 at the Orange Peel. 9 p.m., $15 advance or $17 day of show. […]
On Thursday, Nov. 15, Diamond Brand Outdoors (2623 Hendersonville Road) holds a fundraiser to benefit the ongoing programs of Diana Wortham Theatre. According to a press release, “Step Out & Shop at Diamond Brand Outdoors to benefit Diana Wortham Theatre, with a one-night storewide 20% savings, live entertainment by jazz trio Jazzville, prizes, and Luella’s […]
Local percussionist Will Chatham recently released his solo album. The eight-song record is a surprising amalgamation of quirk, cool, experimental instrumentation and smart beats.
Brooklyn’s Rubblebucket plays The Orange Peel on Thursday, Nov. 8. Xpress will give away a pair of tickets to the show.
The surfer-turned-songwriter returns to the Orange Peel on Wednesday, Nov. 7. Photo from KPRIfm.
Local Afropop ensemble Zansa hosts an evening of music at BoBo Gallery, every Thursday (except Thanksgiving) in November.
Buncombe County Public Libraries, The Wolfe Memorial and The YMI Cultural Center collaborate on discussion series, “Race, Truth, and Fiction in Thomas Wolfe’s The Child by Tiger.” The two-part series asks questions like, “Is Asheville still segregated? Are race relations in Asheville different from those in other parts of North Carolina? Does the 1906 Will […]
“In ‘Romeo Loves Juliet,’ the titular star-crossed lovers are both women, and the genders of several other characters have been flipped as well,” says a press release for upcoming performance by Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective. “However, aside from the changing of a few pronouns, Shakespeare’s script has been kept intact, lending the ageless power […]
Velvet Truckstop releases new Johnny Sandlin-produced album “Southbound and Down” on Saturday, Nov. 3, as part of Highland Brewing’s Wee Bit Louder Fest.
The Electronic/EDM project of Disco Biscuits drummer Allen Aucoin plays Asheville on Friday, Nov. 2. Xpress will give away a pair of tickets.
The local band releases its first full-length album, “Orange,” at The Lab on Friday, Nov. 2.
Nov. 3 brings two fashionable events to downtown Asheville: An evening with Charleston Fashion Week style director and freelance stylist Ayoka Lucas (pictured) and the grand opening of Vintage Moon Modern.
The rootsy-theatrical outfit (which includes siblings and a tap-dancing drummer) makes its way to Jack of Hearts Pub in Weaverville on Friday, Nov. 2. In advance of that show, they talked to Xpress about the band’s touring highlights (with photos!) and their live show versus their recorded music (with video!).
Two world music artists performed an uplifting an innovative show at The Orange Peel last weekend. Photos borrowed from the Peel’s Facebook page
In advance of their Moogfest set (tonight at Diana Wortham Theatre, 11:30 p.m.) local instrumental rock duo Ahleuchatistas spoke to Xpress about their 10 year anniversary, their new album, and how their sounds reflects their home town. Click through for the video by Courtney Chappell.
Start Moogfest a day early with Justice.
